Welcome to our kitchen, fellow taco enthusiasts! Today, we’re going to share with you our all-time favorite ground beef tacos recipe.
This isn’t your traditional taco recipe, but trust us, it’s a game-changer. We’ve been using this recipe for a while now, and it’s safe to say that it’s the best one we’ve ever tried. So, let’s get started!
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Key Ingredients
The key ingredients for this recipe are the Trader Joe’s taco seasoning and ground beef. The taco seasoning is what makes these tacos stand out from the rest. It’s packed with flavor and has just the right amount of spice. We also recommend using a good quality ground beef for the best results.
How to Make
Making these tacos is super easy. First, heat some oil in a pot and add a medium diced onion. Cook the onions until they’re caramelized and brown. Then, add a pound of ground beef and cook until it’s brown and there’s no pink left. Next, add the packet of taco seasoning and incorporate all the ingredients. After that, add a 14-ounce can of diced tomatoes and let it cook for about 30 to 40 minutes on low heat.
Storage Information
You can store the leftover taco meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months.
Tips and Tricks
Here are some tips and tricks to make the best ground beef tacos:
- Cook the onions until they’re caramelized and brown for extra flavor.
- Add the whole packet of taco seasoning for more flavor and spice.
- Let the taco meat cook on low heat for 30 to 40 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Use good quality ground beef for the best results.
Recommended Equipment
Here’s the equipment you’ll need to make these tacos:
- Pot
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Can opener
Beef Tacos
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 tacos
Description
These ground beef tacos are the perfect weeknight meal. They’re easy to make, packed with flavor, and can be customized with your favorite toppings. We love topping ours with diced tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and avocado. You can also add some shredded cheese and sour cream if you like.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 packet Trader Joe’s taco seasoning
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Taco shells
- Toppings of your choice (diced tomatoes, onions, lettuce, avocado, cheese, sour cream, etc.)
Instructions
- Heat some oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook until caramelized and brown.
- Add the ground beef and cook until brown and no pink is left.
- Add the packet of taco seasoning and incorporate all the ingredients.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes and let it cook for about 30 to 40 minutes on low heat.
- Warm up the taco shells in the oven or on the stove.
- Build your tacos with the meat, toppings, and shells.
Notes
- You can use any type of ground meat for this recipe, but we recommend using ground beef for the best results.
- You can adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your liking. We like to add the whole packet for more flavor and spice.
- You can also add some beans or corn to the taco meat for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Ground beef tacos recipe